How to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly by bus and train?

From Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly by bus and train

To get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly in Wales, take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Merthyr Tydfil station to Taffs Well station. Next, take the 26 bus from Taffs Well Railway Station, Taffs Well station to Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The bus and train schedule from Merthyr Tydfil may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caerphilly on the Moovit app.

75min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Bus - 2626
Leaves from Merthyr Tydfil

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Merthyr Tydfil
    470 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Aberdare
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Taffs Well
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Taffs Well Railway Station, Taffs Well
    ID rhogtwj
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Blackwood
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly
    Ride to bus station
    Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly
    ID cpyapwa
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly by bus

To get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly in Wales, take the X4 bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Merthyr Tydfil station to Cross Keys Inn, Nantgarw station. Next, take the 120 bus from Cross Keys Inn, Nantgarw station to Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Merthyr Tydfil may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caerphilly on the Moovit app.

71min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X4X4
Bus - 120120
Leaves from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Merthyr Tydfil

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Merthyr Tydfil
    ID mtygdpg
    330 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - X4X4
    Wait for bus
    X4
    Cardiff
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cross Keys Inn, Nantgarw
    ID rhogajt
    36 min
  • 4
    Bus - 120120
    Wait for bus
    120
    Caerphilly
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly
    Ride to bus station
    Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly
    ID cpyapwa
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Caerphilly, Wales is approximately 36.15 km, which can typically be travelled in 75 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wales – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly

To check the bus and train schedule from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Merthyr Tydfil) and destination (Caerphilly), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly by bus

To get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly in Wales, take the X4 bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Merthyr Tydfil station to Cross Keys Inn, Nantgarw station. Next, take the 120 bus from Cross Keys Inn, Nantgarw station to Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Merthyr Tydfil may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caerphilly on the Moovit app.

71min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X4X4
Bus - 120120
Leaves from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Merthyr Tydfil

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Merthyr Tydfil
    ID mtygdpg
    330 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - X4X4
    Wait for bus
    X4
    Cardiff
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cross Keys Inn, Nantgarw
    ID rhogajt
    36 min
  • 4
    Bus - 120120
    Wait for bus
    120
    Caerphilly
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly
    Ride to bus station
    Caerphilly Library / the Twyn, Caerphilly
    ID cpyapwa
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly?

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Train line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Bus line 26.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly?

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Bus line X4, Bus line 120.

  • Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly in Wales?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly in Wales?

    The TRANSPORT FOR WALES train line goes from Merthyr Tydfil station near Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Aberdare station near Caerphilly in Wales.

  • How long does it take to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly in Wales by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly in Wales by train and bus is about 1 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Merthyr Tydfil to get to Caerphilly in Wales?

    Get on the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from the Merthyr Tydfil station near Merthyr Tydfil in Wales.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly in Wales?

    Get off the train at the Aberdare stop, which is closest to Caerphilly in Wales.

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